Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Dietitian?
Dietitians assess eating and design plans for the person in front of them.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Dietitian
20%
AI or a robot can already do 20% of this job.
#90 / 103
View rankingDietitian
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 22% | +2.9 |
Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 22% | +2.6 |
Evaluate laboratory tests in preparing nutrition recommendations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Record and evaluate patient and family health and food history, including symptoms, environmental toxic exposure, allergies, medication factors, and preventive health-care measures.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Incorporate patient cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences and needs in the development of nutrition plans.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Consult with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient or client.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Coordinate diet counseling services.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 22% | 28% | +6.2 |
| Total | 100% | 20% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- hygiene in a health care setting
- eating disorders
- counselling methods
- health care legislation
- biological chemistry
- calculation of food energy
- medical terminology
- supervision of persons
- human physiology
- pharmacology
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1031.00· ESCO/ISCO 2265
IS WORK OVER?
Caregiver
16%
#97 / 103
View rankingCaregiver
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Bathe patients.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for infants, preparing healthy meals, living independently, or adapting to disability or illness.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Administer prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of physician or as directed by home care nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 26% | 28% | +7.3 |
| Total | 100% | 16% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- disability care
- older adults' needs
- first response
- wash the laundry
- apply first response
- tend to elderly people
- prepare sandwiches
- iron textiles
- buy groceries
- accompany people
Sources for this job· O*NET 31-1121.00· ESCO/ISCO 5322